Cardiorespiratory Effects of Wildfire Smoke Persist for Months
Exposure to lingering fine particulate matter (PM2.5) was associated with increased hospitalization risks for most cardiorespiratory diseases.
Exposure to lingering fine particulate matter (PM2.5) was associated with increased hospitalization risks for most cardiorespiratory diseases.
Exposure to lingering fine particulate matter (PM2.5) was associated with increased hospitalization risks for most cardiorespiratory diseases.
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